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Ivan Besedin

b. 1954

Russian head conductor

Manager
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About Ivan Besedin

Born 1954. Ivan Besedin is a Russian manager.

Ivan Besedin (born 13 February 1954; Baku, Azerbaijan Soviet Socialist Republic) was a graduate of Moscow Institute of Engineers of Railway Transport and a former head of the Russian metro who was appointed on this position in February 2011 by Sergey Sobyanin. Prior to it he was in charge of Kaliningrad Railways. He was fired after July 15 train derailment in Moscow.

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Important facts

Born
13 February 1954, Baku
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Manager
Nationality
Russia, Soviet Union
Awards
Order of Friendship; Medal "For the Development of Railways"
Also known as
Ivan Sergeevich Besedin

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ivan Besedin?

Russian head conductor

When was Ivan Besedin born?

Ivan Besedin was born on 13 February 1954 in Baku.

What is Ivan Besedin's occupation?

Ivan Besedin is a manager.

What nationality is Ivan Besedin?

Ivan Besedin is Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ivan Besedin

· Wikidata: Q4085557

· DBpedia: Ivan Besedin

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